David Aardsma and Mark Lowe Sign Agree to Terms with M's
The Mariners don't officially disclose numbers for contracts like those signed by David Aardsma and Mark Lowe, but according to Geoff Baker, Aardsma signed for $2.75 million in 2010 and Lowe will receive $1.15 million. This leaves Brandon League and Casey Kotchman as the two remaining arbitration eligible Mariners who haven't signed.
2009 was Aardsma's breakthrough year, taking over the closer role previously filled by JJ Putz and Brandon Morrow. His 38 saves place him 3rd among relievers who have previously never recorded a save in a season behind Eric Gagne of the Dodgers with 52 saves in 2002 and Derrick Turnbow with 39 saves in 2005 for the Brewers.
